Bristol County voters face crucial primary matchups on September 1, 2026, shaping November's state general election ballot across legislative and local races.
Curtis Sliwa twice tried to start a Guardian Angels chapter in New Bedford, but two attempts fizzled despite local efforts and volunteer patrols seeking to boost public safety.
Henry Bousquet withdrew from New Bedford’s School Committee race after political backlash tied to his conservative views and Voc-Tech admissions stance.
Former New Bedford City Councilor Brad Markey was recently selected to fill a vacancy on the School Committee, thanks to some major behind-the-scenes political dealing.
Markey wins 9-8 New Bedford School Committee seat after Bousquet withdraws; mayor shifts support and votes draw protest, highlighting local political division.
New Bedford Mayor Jon Mitchell switched his vote ahead of a school committee vacancy decision, citing concerns over stability, vocational admissions, and a social media post.
Former New Bedford Councilor Henry Bousquet has denied rumors that he is staging a write-in campaign for his prior seat — but some residents are planning to vote for him.
NEW BEDFORD - The special election to fill a vacancy left by former Ward Three City Councilor Henry Bousquet is today.
Hugh Dunn and Bethany Fauteux have been on the campaign trail since February, when Henry Bousquet announced he was stepping down from the council...